This original painting by Alberta artist Steve R. Mitts reflects the idea that success in any pursuit begins with the courageous act of showing up and stepping forward despite uncertainty. The young musician embodies that quiet resolve in both posture and presence. The work serves as a reminder that growth arises from overcoming obstacles, internal and external alike, and that true elevation is not merely physical, but inward — rising with courage, purpose, and belief.

Mitts combines contemporary structure with 16th Century Renaissance influences. Using a meticulous layering of acrylic washes and gels, he achieves a textured, stained glass finish. This piece is created on 100-year-old reclaimed grain bin wood, making the material as much a part of the story as the painting itself. Measures 27 x 32 x 2 inches deep.